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Ottawa Backs Down on Digital Tax Dispute Amid Pressure from Trump White House

Canada has reportedly agreed to delay its planned digital services tax (DST) following pressure from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, according to a recent statement from the White House. The tax, which was originally slated to target tech giants like Amazon, Meta, and Google, had been a major sticking point in U.S.-Canada trade discussions. The White House claimed Canada “caved” to U.S. demands after months of negotiations, with Trump’s team arguing the tax unfairly targeted American firms. The Canadian government, however, framed the delay as a strategic move to preserve economic stability and avoid retaliatory tariffs. Critics within Canada argue that the government’s decision reflects a growing trend of yielding to U.S. economic influence, while others say the delay is pragmatic given ongoing global talks about a coordinated approach to taxing digital revenues. The issue remains contentious, and observers are watching closely to see whether Canada will revive th...
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DEI Under the Microscope: Conservatives' Pre-Election Push for Transparency

As Canada gears up for its federal election, Conservative Members of Parliament have utilized parliamentary privilege to request detailed information on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives across various government departments. This move has sparked debate, with critics questioning the timing and intent behind the scrutiny, while supporters argue it reflects a commitment to transparency and accountability in public spending.




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